Dust
Anglo American Platinum – Mogalakwena

Dust

Fogger Dust Suppression System

Fogger Dust Suppression Systems are designed to reduce airborne dust by producing a fine mist that captures dust particles at source. This leading practice focuses on using high-efficiency fogging technology to improve air quality in areas where dust is generated during mining and material handling activities.

Fogging systems atomise water into very small droplets, increasing the surface area available to bind with dust particles. As dust particles collide with the fine mist, they agglomerate and become heavier, causing them to settle and reducing the amount of respirable dust remaining airborne.

These systems can be installed in high-dust zones such as:

  • Conveyor belt transfer points
  • Crushing and screening plants
  • Loading and tipping points
  • Ore stockpiles and material handling areas

Key benefits

  • Reduction of airborne and respirable dust in high-exposure areas
  • Improved visibility and air quality for employees
  • Targeted application to dust-generating points
  • Supports compliance with dust exposure limits and Zero Harm objectives

When used as part of an integrated dust control programme, fogger systems provide a practical and scalable approach to reducing employee exposure to hazardous dust.